Tennis

Meet Rafael Nadal's beautiful wife Maria Francisca Perello - IN PICS

Besides his glittering tennis career, Rafael Nadal has a lovely love story to tell too. Here, in this gallery, we introduce you to his long-time girlfriend who he married not so long ago. Her name is Maria Francisca Perello. 

Jan 30, 2022, 22:33 PM IST

Never underestimate a great champion: Roger Federer to Rafael Nadal after his 21st Grand Slam win

Spain's Rafael Nadal and Switzerland's Roger Federer are great rivals. But outside the off court, they share a warm relationship. The brotherhood is so strong that you rarely see their fans using bad language for each other. Rafa and Federer have raised the benchmark higher together, both on and off the court.

Jan 30, 2022, 21:27 PM IST

Rafael Nadal: From 1st Grand Slam win in 2005 to 21st in 2022, a look at his career

Rafael Nadal created history on Sunday (January 30) when he won his second Australian Open title after victory over Russia's Daniil Medvedev in the summit clash at the Rod Laver arena.

Jan 30, 2022, 20:48 PM IST

Rafael Nadal writes history with 21st Grand Slam win, beats Daniil Medvedev in Australian Open 2022 final

With Novak Djokovic forced out by deportation and Roger Federer recovering from knee surgery, the Spanish great is now one major title clear of his ‘Big Three’ rivals after surviving the 2-6 6-7(5) 6-4 6-4 7-5 thriller at Rod Laver Arena.

Jan 30, 2022, 19:42 PM IST

WATCH: Nick Kyrgios kisses girlfriend Costeen Hatzi after winning men's doubles title at Australian Open 2022

Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis overcame compatriots Matthew Ebden and Max Purcell in straight sets in an all-Australian final to clinch the men`s doubles title at 2022 Australian Open here on Saturday.

Jan 29, 2022, 23:34 PM IST

Australian Open 2022 champion Ash Barty's little-known facts - In Pics

Australia's Ash Barty recovered from 5-1 down in the second set to win the Australian Open final 6-3, 7-6 (2) over Danielle Collins on Saturday, and ended a 44-year drought for Australian women at their home Grand Slam tournament. Here are some unknown facts about her. 

Jan 29, 2022, 17:01 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Daniil Medvedev downs Stefanos Tsitsipas to set up final showdown with Rafael Nadal

World No.2 Daniil Medvedev defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas 7-6(5), 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 to face Rafael Nadal in final of the Australian Open 2022.

Jan 28, 2022, 17:47 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Kristina Mladenovic and Ivan Dodig win mixed-doubles crown

Kristina Mladenovic and Ivan Dodig won the Australian Open mixed doubles title 2022 on Friday, January 28.

Jan 28, 2022, 16:34 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Why World No.1 Ash Barty is a modern day Australian icon

World No.1 Ash Barty will play her maiden Australian Open final on Saturday, January 29.

Jan 28, 2022, 15:49 PM IST

Rafa Nadal beats Matteo Berrettini to enter Australian Open 2022 final, keeps record 21st Slam bid alive

No. 6 seed Rafa Nadal from Spain is currently on level with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic on 20 Grand Slam titles.

Jan 28, 2022, 12:23 PM IST

Tata Open Maharashtra: Top-ranked Indian Ramkumar Ramanathan gets wildcard

Indian Tennis player Ramkumar Ramanathan has been awarded wildcard at the Tata Open Maharashtra 2022.

Jan 27, 2022, 18:10 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Ash Barty to make maiden final appearance after win over Madison Keys

Ash Barty stood one win away from ending Australia`s 44-year wait for a home-grown champion after she defeated American Madison Keys 6-1 6-3 in the Australian Open semi-final on Thursday.

Jan 27, 2022, 16:42 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Stefanos Tsitsipas hammers Jack Sinner to book semis berth

With Melbourne’s big Greek population, Stefanos Tsitsipas has always drawn strong support at the Australian Open and it was the same again in the clash against Jack Sinner.

Jan 26, 2022, 14:39 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Rafa Nadal survives Denis Shapovalov scare to enter semis for 7th time

After dropping the fourth set, Rafa Nadal marshalled his resources off court with a medical time-out then returned to break Denis Shapovalov in the second game to wrest back the momentum. 

Jan 25, 2022, 14:27 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Alize Cornet survives Simona Halep and heat to reach maiden Grand Slam quarters

Frenchwoman Alize Cornet, making her 63rd main draw appearance at a Grand Slam, improved her record against 2018 finalist Simona Halep to 4-1.

Jan 24, 2022, 14:14 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: World No 1 Ashleigh Barty beats Amanda Anisimova to enter quarter-finals

World No.1 Ashleigh Barty defeated Amanda Anisimova 6-4, 6-3 to book a spot in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open 2022.

Jan 23, 2022, 18:29 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Rafael Nadal beats Adrian Mannarino to power into quarter-finals

Spaniard Rafael Nadal defeated Adrian Mannarino 7-6, 6-2, 6-2 to enter quarter-finals of the Australian Open 2022.

Jan 23, 2022, 12:51 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Stefanos Tsitsipas beats Benoit Paire to set up fourth-round clash against Taylor Fritz

 Fourth-seeded Stefanos Tsitsipas fended off Benoit Paire 6-3, 7-5, 6-7 (2), 6-4 to advance to a fourth-round match against Taylor Fritz at the Australian Open.

Jan 22, 2022, 15:51 PM IST

Australian Open 2022: Defending champion Naomi Osaka knocked out by Amanda Anisimova

Australian Open defending champion Naomi Osaka was defeated in the 3rd round by American Amanda Anisimova 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (10-5).

Jan 21, 2022, 17:31 PM IST